Stumpff Lock of Beethoven's hair (IMAGE) University of Cambridge Caption The Stumpff Lock, from which Beethoven’s whole genome was sequenced, with inscription by former owner Patrick Stirling Credit Kevin Brown Usage Restrictions Credit must be given in full as indicated. Image is only for editorial use in connection with this specific story. License Original content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.